In this episode, we dive into the world of personal branding with Gabrielle Gambrell, Chief Communications Officer at Hatchette Book Group. and a trailblazer in the communications industry. As a recipient of numerous accolades, including COLOR's POWER 40Under40, AWNewYork 2023 Future is Female, PRNEWS Top in PR, and PRWeek Hall of Femme, Gabrielle shares her journey and insights on how to build a powerful personal brand.

Join us as Gabrielle discusses the importance of authenticity, consistency, and strategic storytelling in personal branding. She provides practical tips and strategies to help you stand out in a crowded market and build a brand that truly represents who you are.

In this thought-provoking episode, Dee and Shawna welcome the dynamic Kimberly Robinson Williams, a seasoned leader and advocate for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). With a career spanning over 25 years, Kimberly has been at the forefront of transformative DEI initiatives across industries, from Fortune 500 companies to nonprofit organizations.

Together, we dive into the evolving landscape of DEI—reflecting on its momentum during the pandemic, its challenges and progress in the current climate, and its potential future under a Trump administration. Kimberly shares her unique perspective, drawing from her experience as a trailblazer and her current roles at the Urban League of Springfield and FDR & Associates.

Join us as we explore how to MOVE what most people feel is a MOMENT in time, forward to ensure lasting change. This is an episode you won’t want to miss if you’re passionate about equity, inclusion, and shaping a better future for all.

Special shout out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Yvonne McDuffie Winfrey⁠⁠⁠⁠, Producer extraordinaire, and Emily Kiihnl from The UNCollective for your dedication and continuous support! Connect with Us Follow us on social media and let us know your thoughts on today's episode!

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One Small Change: Every week, we share one small thing we can do to make a difference. Kimberly shared the 3 guiding principles recently announced by the Urban League's President and CEO Marc H. Morial, as part of this new phase of civil rights that we can all implement into our lives: Defend Democracy! | Demand Diversity! | Defeat Poverty!

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Join Dee and Shawna for Episode 203 as they kick off the holiday season with two very special guest hosts... their own girls!

In this heartwarming episode, they turn the mic over to the next generation, exploring how kids see the world and their unique ideas for making it a better place. Special shout out to ⁠⁠Yvonne McDuffie Winfrey⁠⁠, Producer extraordinaire, and Emily Kiihnl from The UNCollective for your dedication and continuous support! Connect with Us Follow us on social media and let us know your thoughts on today's episode!

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